Cathy Engelbert, WNBA Commissioner, declared Caitlin Clark as the most popular athlete in America due to her impact on viewership. Clark's games are more nationally televised than the defending WNBA champions, boosting ratings and attendance. The WNBA is experiencing record numbers in viewership and attendance due to the demand for women's sports.
Key Points
Caitlin Clark's generational talent attracting new viewers to the WNBA
Increased national TV coverage for Indiana Fever games
Record attendance and viewership numbers in the WNBA thanks to Clark's presence
Pros
Caitlin Clark's impact on viewership and attendance in the WNBA
Increased interest in women's sports and basketball
Record-breaking attendance and viewership numbers
Cons
Concerns raised by other WNBA players about the distribution of nationally televised games